Eternal Sword

Chapter 232 Ominous
Madam Dugu practiced martial arts since she was young, but after marrying into the Dugu family, she put martial arts aside for many years.

With her status and power, with just one order, countless people would work for her, so why would she bother to practice martial arts herself?

Chen Tang, with the remaining momentum from killing Kong Cong, turned the blade and splashed blood on her face.

She almost thought that Chen Tang was going to use a knife on her. She was so confused and scared that she was scared to death.

There was silence in Hanliang Palace.

Everyone was frightened by Chen Tang's lion-like roar. Before they could come to their senses, they saw Kong Cong bleeding on the spot and dead!

The prince's guardian had his neck cut by a knife.

Not to mention twenty moves, he couldn't even withstand Chen Tang's ten strikes!
This is one of Xuanshi’s weaknesses.

Practice martial arts, strengthen your body, reach the fourth level, and stimulate the seven orifices, including the ears.

When the ear canals are opened, not only the hearing power is greatly increased, but with a thought, the internal energy fills the ear canals and is able to block the impact of a lion's roar.

But no matter whether it is the Qi Condensation Alchemist or the Foundation Building Master, all their cultivation relies on external objects, and they do not cultivate their physical bodies enough.

Once a warrior gets close to you and you are hit head-on by the sound attack martial arts, it will be difficult to resist.

Of course, most of the time, the warriors were killed by Master Xuan’s flying sword before they could get close.

"I lost control of my strength and disturbed the Holy Spirit. I hope Your Majesty will punish me."

Chen Tang clasped his hands.

You still have to pretend.

Yuan Qingmo stood up and said, "Your Majesty, this competition was initiated by Lord Kong after all, and Lord Kong said in advance that even if blood was splattered on the spot, there would be no complaints. Lord Chen cannot be blamed for this."

Yuan Qingshan showed regret on his face and sighed, "Sure enough, soldiers are unlucky and swords have no eyes. It's a pity for Kong Taibao."

Yuan Qingmu said at the right time: "So, the rules of the Qilin Ranking do not allow the use of weapons, which reflects the mercy of His Majesty."

The three siblings talked it over with a few words.

Everyone present was speechless.

Everyone saw that it was indeed Kong Cong who took the initiative to instigate this matter, but they did not expect that he would die so easily.

Yuan Qingshan waved his hand and said, "Take Kong Taibao's body away and bury him with honor!"

"Your Majesty, please, Queen, make the decision for me!"

Madam Dugu came to her senses at this moment. She could no longer bear it. She stood up and pointed at Chen Tang and scolded him, "Chen Tang just threw blood on my face. What was his intention?"

Yuan Qingshan sneered in his heart.

How could you not know what his intention is?
I just couldn't stand up to ridicule the Queen's background in public. Mrs. Du is weak in character and couldn't say anything to refute.

Fortunately, Chen Tang came to help Mrs. Du get relief!

In Yuan Qingshan's eyes, Chen Tang's move made him feel more satisfied than killing Kong Cong!
Of course, I thought this in my heart but couldn’t say it out loud.

There is no need to make enemies with the Dugu clan over such a trivial matter.

Yuan Qingshan frowned slightly, looked at Chen Tang, and asked angrily: "Chen Taibao, tell me what happened just now!"

Chen Tang held the long sword horizontally in front of him, leaned forward and said, "This sword was broken just now, and blood was stuck on it. I wanted to shake the blood off, but I didn't expect it to go to Madam Dugu, and I lost my grip for a moment..."

Everyone took a closer look.

After Chen Tang's sword collided with Kong Cong's flying sword, the blade was cut into several pieces and was indeed broken.

Mrs. Du smiled slightly and said helplessly, "Chen Taibao, you are too careless."

This sounded like a blame, but Mrs. Du's tone was gentle, and it sounded more like a rebuke to the younger generation, as if you are too naughty.

Yuan Qingshan frowned and snorted, "Chen Taibao, you must be more careful next time!"

Yuan Qingshan and his wife sang the same tune and handled the matter lightly, and the matter was passed over.

Madam Dugu always felt that the reasons Chen Tang gave were a bit absurd.

But Chen Tang insisted that he did not mean it and she had not suffered any substantial harm, so there was no point in continuing to argue with him.

Most importantly, His Majesty and the Queen have made it clear that they do not want to pursue the matter further.

Madam Dugu was filled with anger. She looked at the Emperor, then at Chen Tang. Feeling helpless, she could only sit back indignantly.

Yuan Qingshan said loudly: "Chen Taibao, the sword is already useless, just give it to the guards and go back to the Weiwei Temple to pick up a sword."

Weiwei Temple, one of the nine temples, is in charge of the arsenal, military equipment storehouse, bow and arrow storehouse, equipment storehouse, armor storehouse, etc.

A guard came forward.

Chen Tang looked down at the long sword in his hand.

This knife is indeed useless.

The weapons in the hands of warriors will inevitably wear out as long as they continue to fight, and it is common for them to be scrapped.

However, he thought that this sword was originally left to him by his father and was recast by Cai Yin before being handed into his hands.

Along the way, I have accompanied him in countless battles, from Niu Er to Cui Zhao, and then to the alchemist Song Mu. I don't know how many enemies he has beheaded. It is hard not to sigh and feel a little distressed.

After hesitating for a moment, Chen Tang handed the knife to the guard.

Yuan Qingshan said, "Chen Taibao, after today, there will only be Taibao left by Ping'er's side. You must teach him well."

Yuan Qingshan appointed Chen Tang as the Prince's Guardian. Originally, he just wanted him to keep an eye on Ping'er and prevent her from being bewitched by the two people from Xuantian Sect.

Unexpectedly, things went so smoothly.

Chen Tang cut off the source of the trouble. Kong Cong and Zhou Shuang, one died and the other was disabled, and they disappeared directly from the prince's side!

I hope that Ping'er can reform herself under Chen Tang's guidance and learn how to be a king.

"Don't worry, Your Majesty."

Chen Tang looked at Yuan Taiping, smiled slightly, and said: "I will do my best!"

Yuan Taiping avoided Chen Tang's gaze and did not dare to meet his gaze.

After the banquet, in the following few days, Yuan Taiping really became much more honest in front of Chen Tang. He was very respectful to him and did not dare to do anything inappropriate.

However, Chen Tang always had a feeling that this boy in his early teens was not simple.

Yuan Taiping would occasionally say something shocking, and the thoughts he inadvertently revealed were totally unlike what a ten-year-old child would have.

One of Yuan Qingshan's new policies was to reduce taxes and levies.

Yuan Taiping disagreed.

In his view, once the people are rich, they will have all kinds of unreasonable desires, which is not conducive to control and will make the country unstable. Only by making the people exhausted and barely able to eat and wear clothes will they not have other thoughts.

Chen Tang had no idea what to do about this.

After all, they are not our own children.

He couldn't knock open Yuan Taiping's head to see what was inside.

After the incident in Hanliang Palace, the Xuantian Sect was surprisingly quiet and there was no movement.

It’s not any trouble, just find Chen Tang.

Chen Tang was happy and at ease.

The new policy is still being implemented steadily. Although there are considerable obstacles, with Murong Daoye in charge and the Qilin Bureau as a sharp sword to intimidate all officials, it is beginning to show results.

This day is the day of the grand ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven.

The location is Xuantian Temple.

This is the rule passed down from our ancestors. It is nothing more than the emperor and empress leading all officials to offer sacrifices together and pray for the people of the world, hoping for good weather and good health for all the people.

By then, there will be a series of red tape and various processes.

Chen Tang was too lazy to deal with all this, so he didn't go and participated, and stayed in the Prince of Wei's mansion to have some free time.

It was noon, the sky was clear and the sun was high in the sky.

Chen Tang was practicing with the burning wood sword in the yard when he suddenly felt the light above his head dim!
He looked up subconsciously.

I saw a black shadow slowly emerging, blocking a corner of the sun!
"what?"

Chen Tang's heart moved.

Is this a solar eclipse?

I didn't expect that I would be able to see such a rare and strange sight when I came to a different world.

I just don't know whether it is a partial solar eclipse or a total solar eclipse.

Chen Tang couldn't help but recall his childhood experience in his previous life. He was fortunate enough to witness a total solar eclipse. He felt curious and excited at the time.

At this moment, Chen Tang narrowed his eyes slightly and looked up at the sun that was gradually being covered in the sky.

The light around gradually dimmed.

Judging from the situation, it should be a total solar eclipse.

It is even more rare.

interesting.

"Not good!"

Just then, a cry of surprise was heard from outside the yard.

"What a fuss."

Chen Tang chuckled and walked out of the yard leisurely.

Looking up, I saw that everyone in the Prince of Wei's mansion, whether they were servants or guards, regardless of their status, were looking at the sky with horror.

It's getting darker.

Everyone in the Prince of Wei's mansion knelt on the ground and kowtowed continuously.

Even some of the Qilin Division's fourth- and fifth-rank internal energy masters were kneeling on the ground at this moment, their faces pale and their eyes filled with fear.

Chen Tang's smile disappeared.

He suddenly thought of a terrible thing!
At this moment, the sun has been completely blocked, the sky is dark and gloomy, as if midnight has fallen.

Chen Tang's heart sank to the bottom in an instant.

Today is the ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven!

Yuan Qingshan is in trouble!
Chen Tang was not worried that Yuan Qingshan was in any danger of his life.

After all, Murong Daoye was also present at the ceremony of offering sacrifices to heaven.

Under the watchful eyes of the public, no one could do anything to Yuan Qingshan.

But this astronomical phenomenon had an unimaginable impact on the ancient people!
A solar eclipse is an ominous sign!
There is no need for Xuantian Sect to encourage this concept, as it has already been deeply rooted in everyone's heart.

You can get a glimpse of this from the reactions of the people in Prince Wei's mansion.

Chen Tang didn’t know whether today’s solar eclipse was caused by the Xuantian Sect or just a coincidence.

In either case, the eclipse has occurred.

Moreover, it happened during the ceremony of offering sacrifice to heaven!

Without waiting for the sun to reappear, Chen Tang ran towards Xuantian Temple with his powerful night vision.

at the same time.

A valley beside the mountain.

The Evil Emperor looked up at the sky with a gloomy gaze.

"Aunt, what's going on?"

Lu Qing asked in some fear.

The Evil Emperor said calmly: "I'm afraid the world will be in chaos."

"what?"

Lu Qing was startled.

The Evil Emperor said, "The last solar eclipse was a hundred years ago. Since then, China has been sinking and plunged into decades of war until the Great Xia Dynasty fell apart and was forced to move south."

Xiping Temple.

Master Liaokong looked up at the scorching sun that was blocked in the sky, his face was sad, and he sighed deeply.

Unexpectedly, he would experience two solar eclipses in his life.

Master Liaokong recalled the scenes from his childhood. In his cloudy eyes, it seemed as if countless swords and flames of war flashed by, and then gradually subsided.

At the same time, the top powers from all over Qian Country, the states of Nanxia, ​​and even the Barbarian Land, the Cold Region, Xiling, and Tianzhu were all awakened and made unusual movements!

(End of this chapter)